The National Research Council has constructed a set of National Science Content Standards:
Unifying concepts and processes in science
Science as inquiry
Life science.
the cell
molecular basis of heredity
biological evolution
interdependance of organisms
matter, energy, and organization in living systems
behavior of organisms
Science and technology
Science in personal and social perspectives
History and nature of science
In order for students to successfully grasp and apply these scientific goals in the 21st century, technology is essential. iPads to use in the classroom would fulfill this need. In the table below are just a few iPad applications and how they can be used in the Biology classroom.
Application
Use
Periodic Table of Elements
To study the components of compounds essential to life
OnScreen DNA Model
View structure and composition of DNA
3D Cell
View cell structures and learn about their functions, includes video clips
In order for students to successfully grasp and apply these scientific goals in the 21st century, technology is essential. iPads to use in the classroom would fulfill this need. In the table below are just a few iPad applications and how they can be used in the Biology classroom.